Northern Michigan University, located in Marquette, Michigan, is a dynamic four-year, public, comprehensive university that has grown its reputation based on its award-winning leadership programs, cutting-edge technology initiatives and nationally recognized academic programs. Northern has a population of about 9,000 undergraduate and graduate students.

Ask a few Northern students what drew them to our university and you will get a variety of answers. That's because there is no single thing that make students want to go to Northern; it is ALL the things that we do here. Northern is big enough to offer a wide variety of academic programs but is also small enough that every time you walk across campus, you'll probably wave "hi" to someone you know.

Curiosity is the raw ingredient of knowledge. It causes us to ask questions, to seek answers, to learn. At Northern Michigan University, natural curiosity and intellectual challenge meet in stimulating classes grounded in the liberal arts. So wherever your curiosity leads you, you can count on the support you need to take the next step, ask the next question, propose the next hypothesis.

The mission of the Northern Michigan University Department of Intercollegiate Athletics, Recreational Sports and the United States Olympic Training Site is to create an environment that promotes academic excellence, interpersonal growth and social development; embraces diversity; teaches lifetime leisure skills; fosters spirit and tradition; and builds a lifelong connection to NMU.

Yes, you'll attend your classes, but what else will you be doing as a student at Northern? There's so much stuff to choose from. There's a student organization or club – almost 300 at last count-- for just about every interest. If you're into investigating the paranormal, anime or improv comedy, there's a group. Cheer on your fellow Wildcats at a hockey game or volleyball match. Join a competitive club sport or an intramural team. The sky is the limit.

Summer Reunion 2011

Thursday-Friday-Saturday
June 23-24-25

Summer Reunion is designed to encourage alumni to return to campus to participate in reunion activities during the best time of the year--summer. We have a wide variety of programming for all ages. Travel Information

Discover how much your alma mater grown and changed during this walk through campus.
This is a walking tour. Wear comfortable shoes. Lemonade provided at the half-way point.
Limited to the first 50 registrants.

Free of charge, but you must register in advance.

11:30 a.m.

All Greek Reunion Picnic

Join Greek alumni for a casual picnic lunch on the University Center lawn. Sponsored by the Greek Council.

Including:
DeVos Art Museum.
Three current exhibits; Spheres of Inspiration, Judith Brotman, and NORTH OF THE 45th PARALLEL.
Visit the DeVos web site for complete details.

Beaumier U.P. Heritage Center
Exhibition; Across the Border: Canadians in the Upper Peninsula.
Visit the Beaumier web site for complete details.

2 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Sugarloaf Mountain hike and activities

Special events at activities along the route, with surprises and treats at the top of the climb. Open to all ages.

Free of charge but you must register in advance.

6:30 p.m.

"An Evening with Jeff Daniels" presented by Cliffs Natural Resources

Raised in Michigan, Jeff Daniels has been a professional stage and film actor for 34 years. As a singer and songwriter, Daniels has played to sold out audiences across the nation. He brings his unique collection of pointedly funny and poignant songs to Marquette.Read more about Jeff Daniels here.

Free concert at Lakeview Arena--NOTE VENUE CHANGE DUE TO RAIN.

Saturday, June 25

8 a.m.

Wildcat Fun Run
Presented by Upper Peninsula Health Plan and The Landing Development Group

Join other alumni and walk or run this 5K course along the beautiful lakefront.
Price includes t-shirt (for the first 100 registrants), prizes and refreshments along the course.

Special thanks to the following companies for their support of Summer Reunion 2011.

There are still a number of underwriting opportunities available.
This is a great chance to market your business to thousands of NMU alumni, locally and nation-wide.
For details on the opportunities available, contact Dave Bammert at the NMU Foundation, dbammert@nmu.edu, (906) 227-2627.